Buyer (Temporary)

At Chart we design and build some of the worlds most advanced cryogenic equipmentthats how our Cooler By Design tagline was born. But its not just our technology thats cool. Its our people. We solve complex problems as a team making us truly Cooler Together. And with the addition of Howden to the Chart family were Stronger Together too.

Our customers dont simply bring us equipment specsthey bring us challenges. Thats where you come in. From concept and design to installation and commissioning youll help create solutions that support a wide range of industries and applications.

• Launching rockets into space
• Delivering Nexus of Clean solutions for clean water clean power clean food and clean industrials
• Powering the carbonation in your favorite fast-food beverage
• Making nitro coffee and even nitro ice cream possible

Want to see our impact in action Explore Chart City: Were looking for bright driven talent excited to build a career in an evolving highgrowth industry. Along with competitive compensation and meaningful work Chart offers development programs designed to grow future leaders. That could be you. If youre passionate about design engineering and think a career at Chart sounds pretty cool lets talk.

The Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement process to ensure the timely acquisition of materials equipment and services required to support business operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining supplier relationships controlling costs supporting inventory requirements and ensuring uninterrupted production. The Buyer works with minimal supervision handles complex purchasing challenges and serves as a key resource to internal stakeholders while driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials to support production goals and business requirements.
• Research evaluate and source materials components equipment and services from qualified suppliers.
• Purchase metal machined parts fabrications and outside services such as machining plating inspection and related supplier services.
• Prepare and execute purchase orders blanket orders and requests for quotation.
• Partner with Category Managers to generate RFQs for assigned category families.
• Analyze supplier quotations negotiate pricing contracts delivery schedules and terms and recommend sourcing decisions based on cost quality reliability and business needs.
• Identify evaluate and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality reliability responsiveness and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance including quality delivery responsiveness and cost competitiveness.
• Expedite open purchase orders and proactively manage supplier delays shortages and backorders to minimize production disruption.
• Monitor market trends pricing fluctuations and supply chain risks to proactively adjust procurement plans and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering Production Quality Planning Inventory Control and Operations teams to align purchasing decisions with production schedules and operational needs.
• Review inventory levels and planning requirements to ensure material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Resolve supplier issues related to delivery quality invoicing or purchasing discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records pricing information supplier performance data and procurement documentation within the ERP system.
• Support ERP system updates and data integrity related to procurement activities.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the supply chain.
• Assist with the implementation of regional or global sourcing strategies that leverage synergies between Americas and worldwide business units.
• Ensure compliance with company policies industry regulations quality requirements ethical sourcing standards and Chart procedures.
• Maintain the highest level of ethical behavior while following Chart procedures policies work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Provide guidance coaching and support to less experienced team members and may serve as a lead for departmental purchasing activities.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic sourcing initiatives to improve operational efficiency reduce costs and strengthen supplier performance.

• 5 or more years of procurement purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience buying metal machined parts fabrications and coordinating outside services such as machining plating inspection or similar supplier services is required.
• Experience sourcing direct and indirect materials and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles inventory management supplier management and supply chain processes.
• Experience negotiating pricing contracts delivery terms and supplier agreements.
• Basic understanding of how to read a blueprint.
• Clear understanding of quality systems such as ISO and quality documentation requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems preferably Epicor JD Edwards or similar platforms.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data market trends supplier performance and inventory requirements to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve complex purchasing issues independently.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel.
• Experience using Microsoft Teams and other business communication tools.
• Excellent communication negotiation organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership mentoring or lead-level experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require

• Ability to move throughout office warehouse and production environments.
• Ability to sit stand walk bend and perform routine office tasks.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments including varying noise levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing and office environment while managing competing priorities.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Operations Management or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.